Rugs

How do you add a cozy feel to your living space? A rug will infuse warmth to your space and pull together your design scheme. They’re not just for your floors; area rugs also make lovely tapestries for your walls, too. Make your living space magazine-worthy with Macy’s stylish collection of area rugs in a plethora of prints, colors and sizes.

How to choose a rug for the bedroom?• If you have a full/queen size bed, a 5 x 8 or 8 x 10 rug will work depending on the size of your bedroom.• If you have a king size bed, an 8 x 10 or 9 x 12 rug will be ideal depending on your space.

How to choose a rug for the living room?• If you want your furniture to float around your area rug, then purchase a 5 x 8 area rug.• If you want just the front legs of your sofa and accent chairs to be on the rug, then a 7 x 9 rug is the perfect choice.• If you want all the legs of your living room furniture to the on the rug, then a 9 x 12 rug or larger will be ideal.

How to choose a rug for the dining room?• The area rug should be able to accommodate all the legs of the chairs at all times, even when you’re tucking the chairs in and out. • You want to be able to maintain an even surface, while enjoying your meal.

What rugs to use on laminate floors?• Most rugs can be used on laminate floors as long as you place an underlay or pad underneath the rug to prevent slips and damage. • You may want to avoid rugs with latex, rubber, vinyl or woven backings that can cause damage to your laminate floors.

Helpful hint: area rugs can be used in multiples to connect a dual-purpose room, like a living/dining room or living room/office.

Rug refresh: liven up your living space with a new area rug from Macy’s!